Even More Short & Shivery

Robert D. San Souci

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Even More Short & Shivery

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Thirty Spine-tingling Tales

by Robert D. San Souci

Illustrated by Jacqueline Rogers

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

A chill runs down your spine as the wind whispers through the trees and shadows flicker in the moonlight. Each story in this collection carries the eerie creak of old doors and the faint scent of forgotten places, drawing you deeper into a world where every whisper could be a ghost. These tales will leave your heart pounding and your imagination spinning, but the thrill of the unknown is just the beginning.

Themes

AnthologiesHorror & Ghost StoriesJuvenile FictionAdventure

Quick Assessment

This anthology offers a collection of traditional scary stories from around the world, suitable for middle-grade readers aged 9 to 12. The tales are crafted to provide spooky thrills without excessive violence, making it an engaging choice for children who enjoy mild horror and suspense. Parents should note there are eerie themes and some mild scary moments typical of ghost stories.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril Fantasy Violence
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

162 pages
ISBN
9780613721912
Pages
162
Publisher
Turtleback Books
Published
August 2003
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

AnthologiesHorror & Ghost StoriesHorrorTalesGhost StoriesGhostsFolklore